Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’ (Foxglove Beardtongue)

Beardtongue, Foxglove Beardtongue, Penstemon

The Perennial Plant Association selected Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' the 1996 Perennial Plant of the Year. It stands out thanks to its distinctive, dark foliage and graceful white blossoms, which makes it a favorite among landscapers and gardeners. Additionally, because of its resilience to different conditions and attraction to beneficial animals, it's a great choice for eco-friendly settings.

Plant Type Perennials
Hardiness Zone 3-8
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Late Spring, Early Summer
Height2' - 4' (ft)
Spread12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in)
Spacing 18" (in)
Water Needs Low, Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Plant of Merit, Semi-Evergreen, Showy
Tolerance Clay Soil, Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Salt
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Patio and Containers, Rain Gardens
Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’ (Foxglove Beardtongue) | Beardtongue, Foxglove Beardtongue, Penstemon || The Perennial Plant Association selected Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red' the 1996 Perennial Plant of the Year. It stands out thanks to its distinctive, dark foliage and graceful white blossoms, which makes it a favorite among landscapers and gardeners. Additionally, because of its resilience to different conditions and attraction to beneficial animals, it's a great choice for eco-friendly settings.
Full Sun, Late Spring, Early Summer, Low Water Needs, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Well-Drained, Plant of Merit, Semi-Evergreen, Showy, Clay Soil Tolerant, Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Dry Soil Tolerant, Salt Tolerant, Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Patio and Containers, Rain Gardens